Our Story
Building meaningful stays, together.
Your Property Deserves Its Own Story
When guests stay at a property we manage, they remember the breathtaking sunrise from that Mukteshwar villa, the warm hospitality of that Rajasthan haveli, or the serene mornings at that Goa beachfront home. They don't remember us. And that's exactly how it should be.
Ethan Barman and Ashutosh Karn, both ex-Airbnb professionals, founded Hostizzy with a radical idea: What if property management wasn't about building the management company's brand, but about elevating each property's unique identity?
From 3 properties in Delhi NCR to 35+ across India, we've generated over ₹12 Cr+ in GMV, hosted 30,000+ guests, and maintain a 4.9★ average rating. Our approach combines technology-driven operations with genuine, personalized hospitality.
How Hostizzy Started: The Untold Founder Story
Our Vision
Redefining Hospitality in India
We're building India's first vertically integrated hospitality ecosystem -- from property management and technology to guest experiences and travel. Our vision is to transform how India discovers, books, and experiences stays by putting the property and its story at the center of everything we do.
The Hostizzy Advantage
We're not just another property management company -- we're your partners in success.
Property-First Approach
We don't co-brand. Every property retains its unique identity. We enhance and develop it into a distinct brand.
Personalized Management
Each property gets a tailored strategy. A rustic farmstay gets a different approach than a luxury beachfront villa.
Curation & Hospitality
From local gourmet food experiences to bespoke adventure tours, we design hospitality that matches the property's character.
Commitment to Excellence
Maintaining the highest standards across all properties. We provide not just service, but an experience that stands out.
Our Team
Led by founders with deep industry expertise, our team is skilled in real estate, hospitality, technology, and customer relations.
Revenue Optimization
Data-driven pricing, demand forecasting, and clear reporting. Owners always know how their home is doing and why.
Powered by Technology
Our proprietary tech stack powers every aspect of vacation rental management
HostSuite
LiveProperty management system
An AI inbox with Niva answering guests on WhatsApp and Instagram, Email Intelligence that turns OTA confirmations into bookings, GST invoicing, and an owner portal with statements and payouts.
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LiveApp for independent owners
Bookings, payments and guest ID checks for an owner running their own homestay, villa or farmstay. Works offline, with a caretaker login that never shows the money.
Explore ResIQJuxTravel
LiveTrip-matching app for travellers
Travellers describe the trip they want and get matched to independent homestays and villas, with the honest trade-offs shown before they book. Live across India on Android.
Learn MoreGrowth & Milestones
Our journey from a small startup to India's fastest-growing vacation rental company.
The Beginning
Engaged with hundreds of property owners. Launched operations in Delhi NCR with 3 properties.
Incorporation
Registered as Pvt Ltd. Scaled to 10 properties. Entered Rajasthan.
First Year of Growth
₹2.5 Cr+ GMV. 10+ team. 10,000+ guests hosted. First year as an incorporated company.
Multi-Market Expansion
20+ properties. ₹8 Cr+ GMV. 20,000+ guests. Expanded to Uttarakhand, Himachal, Kochi & Sikkim. Wedding services pilot launched. Airbnb Superhost.
Technology & Scale
30+ properties. ₹12 Cr+ GMV. 30,000+ guests. 25+ weddings. ResIQ completed. HostOS (now HostSuite) in pre-production. Hospitality SaaS roadmap planned. Airbnb Superhost.
The Platform Era
35+ properties. 40+ weddings. Three-tier service plans launched. HostOS in production, then renamed HostSuite and opened to other hosts as self-serve SaaS (from ₹999/month). book.hostizzy.com, powered by HostSuite, live. ResIQ on Google Play. JuxTravel launched 15 September 2026. Wedding pilot expanded to 3 villas in Delhi NCR. Airbnb Superhost.
Recognition & Achievements
Awards and certifications that validate our commitment to excellence.
Airbnb Superhost
Consecutive Superhost status in 2024, 2025 & 2026 — recognized for exceptional hospitality and guest satisfaction.
Start-Up India
Part of the Start-Up India initiative, demonstrating commitment to innovation and excellence.
DPIIT Certified
DPIIT-recognized startup meeting high standards of quality, service, and compliance.
India's Favourite Homestays
Finalists at IFHA by MakeMyTrip. Winner — 'Best Individual Host'.
Leadership
Meet the founders steering the ship.
Ethan Barman
Co-Founder & CEO
Ex-Airbnb professional with deep expertise in hospitality and real estate. Ethan leads Hostizzy's vision of transforming vacation rental management in India through technology and personalized service.
Connect on LinkedInAshutosh Karn
Co-Founder & COO
Ex-Airbnb professional with expertise in operations and business development. Ashutosh drives Hostizzy's expansion strategy, partnerships, and on-ground operations across India.
Connect on LinkedInOur Teams
A multidisciplinary team powering every property.
Operations
On-ground property management, housekeeping, maintenance & vendor coordination across all locations.
Digital Success
OTA optimization, dynamic pricing, digital marketing, content strategy & revenue management.
Technology
Building HostSuite, ResIQ, JuxTravel & the booking platform. Full-stack engineering, AI/ML & product development.
Guest Experience
Concierge services, guest communications, quality assurance & experience curation for every stay.